Owner's Manual
Page 11
...configuration, providing critical 1 Go to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows XP, click Start and click Help and Support. • In Windows Vista™, click the Windows Vista Start button and click Help and...and files • How to support.dell.com, select your business segment, and then enter your Dell computer. Upgrade information for Dell™ 3 Select your computer, you reinstall the To download Desktop System Software: operating system on the screen. depending on my computer configuration, product...
...configuration, providing critical 1 Go to personalize my desktop Windows Help and Support 1 To access Windows Help and Support: • In Windows XP, click Start and click Help and Support. • In Windows Vista™, click the Windows Vista Start button and click Help and...and files • How to support.dell.com, select your business segment, and then enter your Dell computer. Upgrade information for Dell™ 3 Select your computer, you reinstall the To download Desktop System Software: operating system on the screen. depending on my computer configuration, product...
Owner's Manual
Page 28
...NOTE: Dual graphics card configurations with your computer. 1 Save and close all open programs. 2 Shut down the operating system: • In Windows XP, click Start→ Turn Off Computer→ Turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for your ...process is complete. 3 Ensure that the computer and all monitors display the same image. • In extended desktop mode, you may purchase one screen to connect and use two or more information on changing the display settings for your monitors connected and turned on, turn them off. 4 Disconnect...
...NOTE: Dual graphics card configurations with your computer. 1 Save and close all open programs. 2 Shut down the operating system: • In Windows XP, click Start→ Turn Off Computer→ Turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for your ...process is complete. 3 Ensure that the computer and all monitors display the same image. • In extended desktop mode, you may purchase one screen to connect and use two or more information on changing the display settings for your monitors connected and turned on, turn them off. 4 Disconnect...
Owner's Manual
Page 34
... the array in the RAID array and then use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous screen. 11 Press to configure the new drive(s) into a RAID array. The Array List window appears. 9 To review the details of any data you want to...
... the array in the RAID array and then use the arrow keys to select the array and press . 10 Press to return to the previous screen. 11 Press to configure the new drive(s) into a RAID array. The Array List window appears. 9 To review the details of any data you want to...
Owner's Manual
Page 35
... RAID 1 volume into two non-RAID hard drives with the name and size of two drives per RAID 1 array and four per RAID 0 array. A confirmation screen appears with a partition, and leaves any other installed hard drives.
... RAID 1 volume into two non-RAID hard drives with the name and size of two drives per RAID 1 array and four per RAID 0 array. A confirmation screen appears with a partition, and leaves any other installed hard drives.
Owner's Manual
Page 43
...a New Computer You can use the wizard from the source computer: 1 On the source computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System CD. 2 On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform additional tasks. 3 Under What do ?, click Transfer files and settings. 4 On the Files and Settings... the checklist and required preparations. 5 Return to do you have a Windows XP CD? Windows XP: To prepare the new computer for the file transfer: 1 Click Start, point to the operating system your old computer screen appears, go to the source (old) computer that corresponds to All Programs→...
...a New Computer You can use the wizard from the source computer: 1 On the source computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System CD. 2 On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform additional tasks. 3 Under What do ?, click Transfer files and settings. 4 On the Files and Settings... the checklist and required preparations. 5 Return to do you have a Windows XP CD? Windows XP: To prepare the new computer for the file transfer: 1 Click Start, point to the operating system your old computer screen appears, go to the source (old) computer that corresponds to All Programs→...
Owner's Manual
Page 44
... Management Options in standby mode, it may vary according to your preference. 7 On the What do you are the files and settings? screen, select the method you want to transfer? When all of time, known as a time-out. NOTICE: If your computer loses power while in.... 2 In the User Account Control dialog box, click Continue. 3 Click Start a new transfer or Continue a transfer in certain windows. When a Windows XP Professional computer is this? When the computer exits from a power conservation mode, it returns to the operating state it was in prior to entering standby...
... Management Options in standby mode, it may vary according to your preference. 7 On the What do you are the files and settings? screen, select the method you want to transfer? When all of time, known as a time-out. NOTICE: If your computer loses power while in.... 2 In the User Account Control dialog box, click Continue. 3 Click Start a new transfer or Continue a transfer in certain windows. When a Windows XP Professional computer is this? When the computer exits from a power conservation mode, it returns to the operating state it was in prior to entering standby...
Owner's Manual
Page 51
Dell™ QuickSet 51 For more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon and select Help. You can start QuickSet by either clicking, double-clicking, or right-clicking the QuickSet icon in the lower-right corner of your computer. Dell™ QuickSet allows you to select and adjust LED light effects, also known as LightFX™. The taskbar is located in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. Dell™ QuickSet NOTE: This feature may not be available on your screen.
Dell™ QuickSet 51 For more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon and select Help. You can start QuickSet by either clicking, double-clicking, or right-clicking the QuickSet icon in the lower-right corner of your computer. Dell™ QuickSet allows you to select and adjust LED light effects, also known as LightFX™. The taskbar is located in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. Dell™ QuickSet NOTE: This feature may not be available on your screen.
Owner's Manual
Page 53
... DRIVE - Battery Problems CAUTION: There is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work properly, contact Dell (see "Replacing the Battery" on the screen, write down the exact message. R E P L A C E T H E B A T T E ... incorrect time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery (see "Contacting Dell" on page 179). CAUTION: Before you begin any of a new battery exploding... on page 157). Troubleshooting Solving Problems Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your Dell™ computer to the manufacturer's instructions. Replace the battery only with the...
... DRIVE - Battery Problems CAUTION: There is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work properly, contact Dell (see "Replacing the Battery" on the screen, write down the exact message. R E P L A C E T H E B A T T E ... incorrect time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery (see "Contacting Dell" on page 179). CAUTION: Before you begin any of a new battery exploding... on page 157). Troubleshooting Solving Problems Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your Dell™ computer to the manufacturer's instructions. Replace the battery only with the...
Owner's Manual
Page 54
...Your Computer" on page 83. See "Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems" on page 176. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 63. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on power management modes. Hard drive ... N D B Y M O D E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I N G T O A D I C S - Windows XP: 1 Click Start and click My Computer. 2 Right-click Local Disk C:. 3 Click Properties→ Tools→ Check Now. 4 Click Scan for the keyword standby in all... the drive is not listed, perform a full scan with your screen. • Ensure that the volume is turned up by clicking...
...Your Computer" on page 83. See "Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems" on page 176. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 63. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on power management modes. Hard drive ... N D B Y M O D E I N W I N D O W S B E F O R E W R I T I N G T O A D I C S - Windows XP: 1 Click Start and click My Computer. 2 Right-click Local Disk C:. 3 Click Properties→ Tools→ Check Now. 4 Click Scan for the keyword standby in all... the drive is not listed, perform a full scan with your screen. • Ensure that the volume is turned up by clicking...
Owner's Manual
Page 55
... into the network adapter connector (see "Back I N G S - Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Modem Helper. 2 Follow the instructions on the screen to identify and resolve modem problems. Modem Helper is connected to the jack on... or more in the Product Information Guide. C H E C K T H E M I C R O S O F T O U T L O O K ® E X P R E S S S E C U R I T Y S E T T I /O Connectors" on the screen. Troubleshooting 55 shaped icon next to it is not available on all computers. otherwise, contact your e-mail attachments: 1 In Outlook Express, click Tools→ Options...
... into the network adapter connector (see "Back I N G S - Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Modem Helper. 2 Follow the instructions on the screen to identify and resolve modem problems. Modem Helper is connected to the jack on... or more in the Product Information Guide. C H E C K T H E M I C R O S O F T O U T L O O K ® E X P R E S S S E C U R I T Y S E T T I /O Connectors" on the screen. Troubleshooting 55 shaped icon next to it is not available on all computers. otherwise, contact your e-mail attachments: 1 In Outlook Express, click Tools→ Options...
Owner's Manual
Page 58
...: Before you begin any of the procedures in this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on page 66. The computer does not start up C H E C K T H E D I A G N O S T I C L I O N - If you are unable to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard→...
...: Before you begin any of the procedures in this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on page 66. The computer does not start up C H E C K T H E D I A G N O S T I C L I O N - If you are unable to non-XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard→...
Owner's Manual
Page 59
...Memory" on page 90) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Installing Memory" on page 92). • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements ...COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. • Ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. ... by pressing a key on page 72). A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F -
...Memory" on page 90) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Installing Memory" on page 92). • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements ...COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU Memory Problems CAUTION: Before you are following the memory installation guidelines (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. • Ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. ... by pressing a key on page 72). A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F -
Owner's Manual
Page 63
...about your speakers have volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or treble to support.dell.com. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the headphone cable is ... off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to the card. D I O N S - Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the electrical outlet is not necessary when installing additional graphics cards; E N S U R E T H A T T H E S U B W O O F E R A N D T H E S P E A K E R S A R E T U R N E D O N - TE S T T H E E L E C T R...
...about your speakers have volume controls, adjust the volume, bass, or treble to support.dell.com. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the headphone cable is ... off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to the card. D I O N S - Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the electrical outlet is not necessary when installing additional graphics cards; E N S U R E T H A T T H E S U B W O O F E R A N D T H E S P E A K E R S A R E T U R N E D O N - TE S T T H E E L E C T R...
Owner's Manual
Page 64
...; Check the connectors for bent or broken pins (it with another device, such as a lamp. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Click the area you are using...E M O N I T O R S E T T I T O R A W A Y F R O M E X T E R N A L P O W E R S O U R C E S - Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to the card. See "Diagnostic Lights" on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. M O V E T H E M O N I N G S - CHECK THE...
...; Check the connectors for bent or broken pins (it with another device, such as a lamp. Windows XP: 1 Click Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes. 2 Click the area you are using...E M O N I T O R S E T T I T O R A W A Y F R O M E X T E R N A L P O W E R S O U R C E S - Fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, and other electrical devices can cause the screen image to the card. See "Diagnostic Lights" on adjusting the contrast and brightness, demagnetizing (degaussing) the monitor, and running the monitor self-test. M O V E T H E M O N I N G S - CHECK THE...
Owner's Manual
Page 68
... properly connected to the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 89). • If there is an error message on the screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy drive or hard drive), check the device to make sure it is functioning properly.... 166) to ensure the boot sequence is correct for the devices installed on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 179). 68 Troubleshooting Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict...
... properly connected to the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 89). • If there is an error message on the screen identifying a problem with a device (such as the floppy drive or hard drive), check the device to make sure it is functioning properly.... 166) to ensure the boot sequence is correct for the devices installed on your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 179). 68 Troubleshooting Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution A possible expansion card failure has occurred. 1 Determine if a conflict...
Owner's Manual
Page 69
... failure Interrupt vector loading failure Keyboard Controller Test failure NVRAM power loss Invalid NVRAM configuration Video Memory Test failure Screen initialization failure Troubleshooting 69 This beep code tells you experience any of three beeps, and then one beep.... series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Reseating the memory modules may correct the following beep code errors, see "Contacting Dell" on page 179) for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. Code 1-1-2 1-1-3 1-1-4 1-2-1 1-2-2 1-2-3 1-3 1-3-1 through 2-4-4 4-3-1 Cause Memory not being...
... failure Interrupt vector loading failure Keyboard Controller Test failure NVRAM power loss Invalid NVRAM configuration Video Memory Test failure Screen initialization failure Troubleshooting 69 This beep code tells you experience any of three beeps, and then one beep.... series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. Reseating the memory modules may correct the following beep code errors, see "Contacting Dell" on page 179) for instructions on obtaining technical assistance. Code 1-1-2 1-1-3 1-1-4 1-2-1 1-2-2 1-2-3 1-3 1-3-1 through 2-4-4 4-3-1 Cause Memory not being...
Owner's Manual
Page 70
...original value(s). Message 8042 Gate-A20 error Address Line Short! The cache memory is not configured correctly. See "Contacting Dell" on page 179 for instructions on page 90). Reseat the memory modules (see "Memory" on obtaining technical assistance.... or the program that was running when the message appeared. Code 3-4-2 3-4-3 4-2-1 4-2-2 4-2-3 4-2-4 4-3-1 4-3-3 4-3-4 4-4-1 4-4-2 4-4-3 4-4-4 Cause Screen retrace failure Search for video ROM failure No timer tick Shutdown failure Gate A20 failure Unexpected interrupt in protected mode Memory failure above address 0FFFFh...
...original value(s). Message 8042 Gate-A20 error Address Line Short! The cache memory is not configured correctly. See "Contacting Dell" on page 179 for instructions on page 90). Reseat the memory modules (see "Memory" on obtaining technical assistance.... or the program that was running when the message appeared. Code 3-4-2 3-4-3 4-2-1 4-2-2 4-2-3 4-2-4 4-3-1 4-3-3 4-3-4 4-4-1 4-4-2 4-4-3 4-4-4 Cause Screen retrace failure Search for video ROM failure No timer tick Shutdown failure Gate A20 failure Unexpected interrupt in protected mode Memory failure above address 0FFFFh...
Owner's Manual
Page 73
...any error codes and problem descriptions exactly as they appear and follow the instructions on the screen. 11 After all tests have completed, close the test window to return to the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu. 12 Remove the Drivers and Utilities media, then close the Main Menu... down any error codes and problem descriptions exactly as they appear and follow the instructions on the screen. 5 After all tests have completed, close it. 4 Restart the computer. 5 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Upon restart, the computer boots according to the boot sequence specified in...
...any error codes and problem descriptions exactly as they appear and follow the instructions on the screen. 11 After all tests have completed, close the test window to return to the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu. 12 Remove the Drivers and Utilities media, then close the Main Menu... down any error codes and problem descriptions exactly as they appear and follow the instructions on the screen. 5 After all tests have completed, close it. 4 Restart the computer. 5 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Upon restart, the computer boots according to the boot sequence specified in...
Owner's Manual
Page 74
...the device list in the system and can be used to customize the tests you cannot resolve the problem, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the screen. The test typically takes an hour or more and periodically requires your Service Tag ready. When contacting... Dell support, have your input to increase the possibility of each test screen. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to run from ...
...the device list in the system and can be used to customize the tests you cannot resolve the problem, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the screen. The test typically takes an hour or more and periodically requires your Service Tag ready. When contacting... Dell support, have your input to increase the possibility of each test screen. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices attached to run from ...
Owner's Manual
Page 76
...the Drivers and Utilities media, go to step 5. 2 When the Drivers and Utilities installation program starts, follow the prompts on the screen. 3 When the InstallShield Wizard Complete window appears, remove the Drivers and Utilities media and click Finish to restart the computer. 76 ...Drivers and click Roll Back Driver. If not, go to step 2. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your computer might not work correctly. Windows XP: 1 Click Start and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category→ Performance and Maintenance→ ...
...the Drivers and Utilities media, go to step 5. 2 When the Drivers and Utilities installation program starts, follow the prompts on the screen. 3 When the InstallShield Wizard Complete window appears, remove the Drivers and Utilities media and click Finish to restart the computer. 76 ...Drivers and click Roll Back Driver. If not, go to step 2. Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your computer might not work correctly. Windows XP: 1 Click Start and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a Category→ Performance and Maintenance→ ...